Brakes
Antilock system (ABS), parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, rotors, pulsation or vibration, squeaking, brake failure or wear.
What Owners Say
"Several warning lights went on the day after I got my tire sensors replaced. About $3000 later all was ok. The car ran fine but the mechanic said the ABS system was not working and it was the middle of winter."
Anonymous, NV (2007 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4.0-L V6)"Brakes would not work. Emergency light was on"
Holly P., MO (2007 Toyota 4Runner Sport 4.7-L V8)"The brakes on this unit are subject to seizing and premature brake failure. The dealer said that they need to be services regularly."
Anonymous, ON (2007 Toyota 4Runner Sport 4.0-L V6)"Front calipers were "sticking" and required replacement at dealer"
Graham B., MD (2007 Toyota 4Runner Sport 4.7-L V8)"Left front brake caliper cylinder was hanging up, and not properly retracting resulting in uneven pad & rotor wear. Probably attributed to my multiple off-road trips to the Outer Banks, NC. Ended up having to replace both calipers, and of course the rotors, and brake pads. Total cost about $450"
Leon-Eleanor N., PA (2007 Toyota 4Runner Sport 4.0-L V6)"Expensive repair with Toyota parts. Around $800 for parts I believe"
Ed R., WI (2007 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4.0-L V6)"Calipers on front left has seized twice in past year"
Anonymous, NH (2007 Toyota 4Runner Sport 4.0-L V6)"have routine maintenance and regular inspection of this system. Problem should have been detected befor expensive repain was necessary"
Anonymous, PA (2007 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4.7-L V8)"Left caliper was sticking. This was the original caliper. The symptom was uneven braking"
S A., MO (2007 Toyota 4Runner Sport 4.0-L V6)"Both rear calipers were found to be not functioning when routine pad replacement was done"
John R., MA (2007 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4.0-L V6)"I needed a $1000 repair to fix my front brakes. They said something about the part failed that engages the rotors to the pads"
Drew L., PA (2007 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4.0-L V6)"Premature seizure of 2 calipers, had to replace... no point in keeping faded rotors as that would have led to vibration etc. so replaced them (4) as well"
Jonathan L., ON (2007 Toyota 4Runner Sport 4.0-L V6)"Rear caliper was sticking a bit causing a burnt smell and a chugging feeling on acceleration. Easy fix and the car is working very well"
Jonathan L., ON (2007 Toyota 4Runner Sport 4.0-L V6)"Master cylinder failed. Couldn't use brakes"
Daniel W., OK (2007 Toyota 4Runner Sport 4.0-L V6)"Brake pedal depressed to the floor. Brakes worked, but not properly"
Anonymous, OK (2007 Toyota 4Runner Sport 4.0-L V6)"Local automotive repair replaced calipers, and brakes at a substantial savings over going to Toyota."
R H., WI (2007 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4.0-L V6)"This car has been great. It has required minimal maintenance and when required, prices are reasonable."
Anonymous, DC (2007 Toyota 4Runner Limited Unsure)"Changed my brake pads"
Anonymous, WA (2007 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4.0-L V6)"Needed new brake pads. Problem solved."
Anonymous, (2007 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4.7-L V8)"Routine wear and tear with LA freeway driving demands, standard full maintenance and brake relining to ensure maximum safety"
Ian H., CA (2007 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4.0-L V6)"original breaks needed replacing"
Anonymous, ME (2007 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4.7-L V8)"replace pads"
John R., MA (2007 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4.0-L V6)"Different braking release points"
Chris V., OR (2007 Toyota 4Runner Sport 4.0-L V6)"I experienced a modest vibration in the steering wheel when I applied the brakes to slow down when traveling at a highway speed, from about 55 mph to get to a stop or slow to 25 or so. I took the car to a repair shop of trust, and they examined the"
Anonymous, CA (2007 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4.0-L V6)"Was not installed correct"
Anonymous, OK (2007 Toyota 4Runner Sport 4.0-L V6)"Premature brake wear probably due to additional weight of the 4 wheel drive transfer case and differential"
Anonymous, CA (2007 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4.0-L V6)"Rotors on all four wheels wore unevenly. I replaced with newer and the new rotors."
Anonymous, CO (2007 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4.7-L V8)"third time rotors replaced on rear wheels"
Anonymous, PA (2007 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4.7-L V8)"Needed replacing"
Anonymous, CA (2007 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4.0-L V6)"Rotors and pads went bad due hung up caliper"
Anonymous, NY (2007 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4.0-L V6)"Rotors were warped and had to be milled flat"
Anonymous, CA (2007 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4.0-L V6)"Needed replacement"
Anonymous, OH (2007 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4.0-L V6)"it was just normal wear"
Anonymous, PA (2007 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4.0-L V6)"normal brake wear"
Anonymous, CO (2007 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4.0-L V6)"Probably a side result of the premature brake wear"
Anonymous, CA (2007 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4.0-L V6)"squeaked when you applied brakes. Had them replaced. Normal wear and tear"
Anonymous, ME (2007 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4.7-L V8)"engineering defects, by design, at the beginning of the pedal push break pads are 80% full, many owners complain, thinking to go with ceramic"
Dmitriy K., AL (2007 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4.0-L V6)
"The computer co0ntrol system that controls these systems went haywire because a sensor stuck and the whole system had to be replaced for just over $1000. The car operated without them but it was not a good situation."
Anonymous, AZ (2007 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4.0-L V6)